Description

This homemade Sweet Chilli Jam combines the fruity sweetness of red peppers and cherry tomatoes with the fiery kick of red chillies and ginger. Perfect as a tangy, spicy condiment or gift, it’s cooked slowly to achieve a sticky, thick texture that pairs wonderfully with meats, cheeses, and sandwiches.

Ingredients

Scale

Vegetables and Aromatics

8 red peppers, deseeded and roughly chopped
10 red chillies, roughly chopped
Finger-sized piece fresh root ginger, peeled and roughly chopped
8 garlic cloves, peeled

Canned Goods and Condiments

400g can cherry tomatoes
750g golden caster sugar
250ml red wine vinegar

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Tip the red peppers, red chillies (with seeds), ginger, and garlic into a food processor and whizz until very finely chopped, creating a coarse paste that will form the base of the jam.
Combine and Boil: Scrape the finely chopped mixture into a heavy-bottomed pan, then add the canned cherry tomatoes, golden caster sugar, and red wine vinegar. Bring everything to a vigorous boil, skimming off any scum that forms at the surface to ensure a clear jam consistency.
Simmer the Jam: Reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook the mixture for about 50 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and burning. The mixture will start to thicken as the liquid reduces.
Final Thickening: Continue cooking for an additional 10-15 minutes once the jam becomes sticky, stirring frequently. The jam should take on a thick, bubbling lava-like appearance, indicating it is ready.
Cool and Store: Allow the jam to cool slightly before transferring it into sterilised jars. Let the jars cool completely at room temperature, then store them in a cool, dark cupboard. Refrigerate the jam once opened for up to 3 months.

Notes

Use sterilised jars to maximize shelf life and ensure food safety.
Keep stirring frequently towards the end of cooking to prevent the jam from burning.
The jam keeps for up to 3 months unopened in a cool, dark place; once opened, refrigerate and consume within a reasonable time.
These jars make perfect gifts; consider pairing with chilli-themed treats for hampers.
You can download and print labels for your preserves to add personalized notes or gift messages.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Condiment
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: British

Keywords: Sweet chilli jam, homemade chilli jam, spicy jam, chilli condiment, preserves, gift jam recipe